I have a Musical Fidelity X-A1 that has a wonderful midrange, smooth and grainless highs and a refined and detailed bass response that balances well with the music (especially if you are using mini monitors that have a peak in the mid bass as many do). I would not say that it slams in the LF's but on the other hand there is no blur and each bass note is there to hear. The model is discontinued but does come up on the used market. It also received better pro reviews than the current X-A2 model from the same source (Hifi Choice). I have switched to a tube amp and no longer use mine but have had second thoughts every time I start to list it for sale as it is my favorite inexpensive SS amp. It is rated at 50 watts/channel @ 8 ohms but tested at 70+ in one of the web reviews.
Best Integrated amp under 1k
Can anyone suggest a good integrated amp under 1k USD? Requirements: I need five inputs (for five sources - not including phono - don't need a phono pre-amp). Must have clean tight bass, a good midrange, not overly bright treble. Should be smooth with Jazz, but ready to Rock! Help!